ORLANDO — A year ago, the Bucs were not only expected to finish last in their division, but also among the league’s bottom feeders.
It eventually became a driving element in their third straight NFC South win and fourth consecutive playoff berth, the conference’s longest active streak.
This year, analysts appear to prefer the Atlanta Falcons, who have new quarterback Kirk Cousins and head coach Raheem Morris.
Atlanta has finished 7-10 during the last three seasons. However, one gambling website has put the under/over for Falcons victories this season at 10.5.
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